I was overweight as a child all the way through my teens. As part of a success plan to overcome medical conditions that began in my childhood, I wrote my own program to lose 100 pounds after high school.
For the past ten years, I have been involved in learning and improving my skills to better educate and help motivate my peers and my clients.
Not only is it my passion, but I also feel that everything I have done in my life has led me to have this purpose to help guide my clients to improve their quality of life, both mentally and physically.
I have been using kettlebells for the past three years and have become a RKC II Certified Instructor, my CK-FMS certification, and am also a Z-Health® Certified Practitioner.
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Things to know about me:
I believe that I'm only the messenger. I can help guide you to where you want to be in life, but only if you're ready to do the work that comes with that.
I don't believe in scales, I believe in "how do your clothes feel?", "do you feel like you're stronger?". People should feel good about what they're doing to improve their life, not what a magazine or society tells them to do.
I believe kettlebells are one of the best tools to help you reach your health goals. No other piece of "fitness equipment" offers all of the benefits at the same time as does a kettlebell.
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"Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will."
~ Mahatma Gandhi
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October 2008 RKC
Customer reviews of:
George Samuelson
Average Rating: 10.0 in 13 reviews
Efforts To Help The Client Knows No Bounds
Rated 10 out of 10
George Samuelson is the smartest instructor that I have ever trained with. Smart, in the sense, that he knows and explains nutrition, physiology, conditioning, psychology and common sense. He is a stickler for doing things EXACTLY the right way- he's not interested in how many reps you do but that you do them exactly correctly. He takes time to explain why you should do things and the benefits to be derived in an accurate, brief and clear way. Some trainers, after they speak for a few minutes, I have no idea what they want me to do, why do it and the benefits to be received.
We are emphasizing the kettlebell now- it's hard for me but also fun, combining cardio, functionality and strength. The kettlebell may be the only piece of equipment I need. I've convinced some of friends, who do not work out with George Samuelson, to try the kettlebell and they love it. One of them bought a set, dropped out of his gym and now trains at home.
In the short while I've been training with the kettlebell I've lost 11 lbs (down to 227 lbs.), don't get gassed as easily, increased my physique especially my lats and gotten stronger. During this learning process, George Samuelson has been patiently correcting my technique and constantly prodding me to do better all the while greatly encouraging me.
He is a trainer that other trainers come to for advice and he trains other trainers as well. In my opinion, he is the single best hire that the Robert Wood Johnson Wellness and fitness Center has made since it went into business. I can speak authoritatively because I am a Charter Member and have seen many, many trainers come and go since I've been a member.
George Podurgiel - hamilton, New Jersey
He never hears my tears...
Rated 10 out of 10
and that's how I like it. George is a great kettlebell instructor because he is very knowledgeable in the material that he generously shares with us. He is a stickler for detail and the application of proper technique before allowing us to "work out". I know that if I listen to George, I will do the exercise properly, efficiently and effectively. In the 4 weeks that I have been training with George I have seen significant results and have been injury free. I find his training style to be very motivating. He pushes me to do much more than I would do on my own. I am getting stronger and more flexible every week. He is bringing me the results I was looking for in an alternative exercise trainer.
Roy Berkowitz - Scotch Plains NJ
Best trainer I have ever worked with!
Rated 10 out of 10
I am a 26 year old male athlete that has played just about every sport in my life and played football and golf at the collegiate level. I have been trained by many different trainers, but George has motivated me better than any other trainer. He brings great passion, knowledge, and motivation to the table. I am in better shape now, then when I was playing football.
George will not accept poor technique. He will only progress a trainee if they show proper technnique with very little weight or sometimes no weight at all. By taking this plan of action, george greatly decreases your chances of incurring an injury, and also increases your ability to develope our muscles properly.
I would recommend George to any individual no matter age, sex, or current physical condition.
Lou Shults - Fanwood, NJ
If you're looking for the best instruction...
Rated 10 out of 10
Look no further. George's dedication and enthusiasm to kettlebell training is nothing short of infectious. His philosophy on training is simple. He imparts his clients with all of the knowledge and technique they require and accepts nothing but their best in return. He goes above and beyond what you would expect from a fitness instructor. I've been training for long distance running events and triathlons for years, but I've never been in better shape than the last month I spent training on kettlebells. More importantly, I ve never trained smarter than the last month I spent working with George. Just based on the last couple of weeks, I'm already committed to earning RKC myself by the end of this year. You want to learn kettlebell? You want to train with George.
Ashleigh Kast - Clark, NJ
If you want warm and fuzzy...
Rated 10 out of 10
George and I were training before his schedule became too difficult for us to work together; this was about three years ago. Since then, I have moved up in my organization and have become dissatisfied with the traditional training programs. I can't wait behind people to get on universal equipment, have no patience getting tickets into the "cool classes" and am so over scheduled at work, why would I want to do it when I exercise???
I am a mother of two young children and work some days over 16 hours a day. I have been exercising since I was 14, was a HS and college athlete, taught aerobics, etc., but could not shake the feeling that I was at a point where the "usual" was not working. Stress had taken over my life and I needed to feel good again...so I tracked George down and he decided to fit me in to his busy schedule. He and I are very similar in work ethic, so I think it was easy for him to "agree" to take me on. He is an interesting individual. He probably attracts and retains people who are truly serious in getting stronger, feeling better, and people who aren't fooled by false advertising.
George has me working on the kettle bell and I have made great strides in two months. I look forward to our meetings each week. He is a challenge for me - which is hard to find!!
Please know that George is not warm and fuzzy. If you want that, look elsewhere, like Jazzersize!
Nancy - West Windsor, NJ
Pay attention to details!
Rated 10 out of 10
Because if you don't George will! He will make you do every rep right, the way it should be. The group classes are informative as well as entertaining, not to mention a great workout as well. I am lucky to work along side of someone so enthusiastic about helping people. Every time I see George I learn something!
Ryan Harmer-CPT - NJ
Complete Voodoo
Rated 10 out of 10
George attended my benefit for the USMC on Saturday, July 11th, 2009. Aside from the generosity he showed in driving so far and spending so many hours during and after the event, I watched him make two dramatic, real-time improvements in mobility and performance.
Using techniques I can only describe as pure voodoo, George coached Jen Morey, already a smooth and accomplished powerlifter, to a much better, stronger conventional deadlift, perhaps adding 30lbs to her 1-RM at that moment. He was able to see and identify a host of issues in only a few reps and systematically address them with great coaching cues.
In the second case he used rotations of the LEFT ankle to restore mobility to the RIGHT wrist of a client who has not been able to assume the push-up position for over a year and was able to drop down and hold it pain-free immediately afterward. Both of us were shocked, but what struck me was that there was no doubt in George's mind that the techniques would elicit the intended improvements...he was not the least bit tentative.
I intend to hire him to work on my deadlift technique before the tactical strength challenge in September and would recommend him to any client, but especially one interested in the more esoteric aspects of performance enhancement.
George has my highest regard.
Brian Petty, RKC, USA Boxing Coach
Brian Petty - Exton, PA USA
Continous Progress
Rated 10 out of 10
I have had many blessings in my life, and I rank being able to train with George very highly among them. I have never met anyone as focused on both the overall routine, as well as on the smallest detail. Kettlebells is a discipline that I would guess may never be mastered...therefore it is a program of continous progress, always working towards perfection. Georges knowledge of the human body is amazing, I learn more about my body every session, thru him I have learned that a few kettlebells, some time, and a lot of sweat are all that I need to progress in endurance, strength, flexibility, and performance.
Willie D. Ogman - Edison, N.J.
Israeli krav maga is bettered by RKC
Rated 10 out of 10
George,
I wanted to thank you for organizing the phenomenal seminar with Dr. Mark Cheng at our Israeli Krav Maga U.S. Training Facility. After the good fortune of having you walk through our doors, my training program, and, perhaps, most importantly, my thinking toward functional strength and conditioning has changed for the betterBeginnging with high-school and college football, I have always tried to follow a conventional strength training program. I have sampled many variations and strenght programs over the years to compliment my training in instruction of Israeli krav maga.
Following your training regimen, my balance, strength, and conditioning have definitely improved. I feel better from head to foot with my lower back giving me fewer problems. I cannot recommend the RKC approach highly enough for those looking to develop functional speed and power along with superior conditioning -- and fight conditioning at that. This is not just the proverbial killing two birds with one stone, but rather three! The RKC approach improves ballistic movement, strength and power -- all while harnessing the body's core platform to force every muscle group to work in concert.
I have recently returned from training in Israel with Grandmaster Gidon. I could not help but wax poetic about your strength and fitness approach to Haim and his senior instructors. Simply put, this is a non-pareil strength enhancement and conditioning program that anyone serious about maximizing his self-defense capabilities should look into. Our students very much look forward to you're becomming an integral part of our training.
Best,
David Kahn
Israeli Krav Maga U.S. Chief Instructor
www.israelikrav.com
Author, Krav Maga (2004) & Advanced Krav Maga (2008)
David Kahn - Princeton, NJ 08540
Peerless efforts at improvement!
Rated 10 out of 10
I've had the fortune of teaching around the world for over a decade now, working with high-level instructors in the movement sciences field. George Samuelson is one of those who is quickly becoming a world-class expert in this field.
Because of his willingness to spare NO effort in bettering his own understanding and abilities in RKC kettlebell training and functional movement training, Mr. Samuelson has set himself aside from the rest of the pack. Even the above-average personal trainer cannot come close to offering his/her clientele the skill sets that Mr. Samuelson has devoted countless hours to seek out, study, and assimilate in the service of those who work with him.
It has been an honor to work with him, and I give him my most hearty recommendation. Whether you're a child athlete, a professional competitor, someone who's trying to fit into a sleek new dress, or a PT patient trying to come back from an injury, you've found the right person to help you get back to your A-game!
Dr. Mark Cheng, RKC Team Leader - Los Angeles, CA USA - www.kettlebellslosangeles.com
I have been working with Kettlebells for almost 3 years and trained with many different RKC's and each one brings something different they have helped me with. But i have never worked with a certified CK-FMS instructor. After I worked with George for one short period of time, he amazed me with his knowledge in that short secession.
About 2 years ago i injured my wrist and since that time i have not been able to even get into a push up position. My chiropractor has been working on my wrist ever since and never could completely fix it. The best he could do was to get me to about 85%. I mentioned this problem to George (after he tought me what i was doing wrong with my deadlift) and he explained how he could help me. And after about 5 mins of exercises he had me do with my ankle (i still do not understand why?), i was able to do a push up for the first time in 2 years with NO pain. It was incredible, i can not explain it but it worked. Just yesterday i went back to my Chiropractor for the first time after i met with George, and he noticed my wrist was at 100%. I am a believer, and it is only a matter of time before i train with him again.
So to sum it up, whatever your level of training, you really need to take the time to train with George Samuelson RKC. He WILL impress you, and help you in some way to maintain your training goals.
Mike K - Exton, PA
Unique ability for CK-FMS
Rated 10 out of 10
George Samuelson is very passionate. In RKC philadelphia cert 2009, He was a my team instructor. And he picked us up from the workshop place to the hotel. While his driving, he all the time taught us new things and cert know-hows. Even One night, he taught us teaching skills and corrected our form in the parking lot after the schedule. He have a unique ability for CK-FMS. Learning from him was the Greatest thing in my RKC cert.
Gun Jung
RKC instructor & Yoga teacher
Gun Jung - Seoul,Korea
Determined to make you better focusing on the little things!
Rated 10 out of 10
George was a fantastic instructor at October's RKC seminar in Philly! He didn't let bad and weak form get in the way of pushing me through it to a successful experience. I truly was not prepared for all the mental and physicalness needed to pass the RKC and George pushed me to completion.
My form was not correct and the first day was a real challenge for me as my mechanics were just not coming together. In fact, I kept wondering why I couldn't get it right.... but George and the team leads constantly reinforced good form, good technique, singlesness of mind, thus forcing me to focus on the details to get it right. And we both succeeded!
Between his attention to detail and a willingness to correct mechanics ever so slightly, I came out of Saturday seeing light at the end of the tunnel - my form was improving and so was my spirit.
I have been blessed to have him as an instructor and if I ever get back to his neck of the woods, I would love to train again with him. He knows his stuff and is serious about RKC success. Thanks George, as I could not have completed the class with out your support.
He is now helping me train to complete the snatch test and I am ever thankful. I pray that once RKC, I can teach like George and inspire my students to push past their mental and physical barriers.
Bryan Malatesta - Cleburne, TX
